Self-help resources

A carer’s support plan

You may find it useful to create your own support plan. Print it and put it in a prominent place, like the fridge, where you can look at it when life starts to become difficult, or you are feeling stressed. You may also want to share it with someone close to you so they can recognise the signs if you are struggling.

  • When things are going well I…
  • Things that help me stay well…
  • How I recognise the triggers that make me feel stressed and overwhelmed…
  • How I tell when things are getting too much…
  • What I can do when things are getting too much…
  • In an emergency

Page last reviewed: 28 June, 2024